On a wheel & axle, where would you apply force to make a greater force?

Answer 1

To exert a greater force on a wheel and axle system, you would need to apply the force at a larger distance from the axis or axle. The farther away from the axis the force is applied, the greater the force will be. This is due to the principle of torque, where the force applied at a greater distance from the axis produces a larger turning effect or force.